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Don’s Expert Answers: Dying

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Question From:
Amanda schulz in Gymea Bay , Sydney New South Wales

Nature of problem:
Dying

Type of Plant (if known):
Mango

Symptoms of Plant Illness (please try NOT to diagnose your problems yourself):
Drying out & dying

Soil Type (e.g. sandy, clay or loam) OR Potting Mix Type:
Sandy & clay

How often do you water the plant:
Most days

How many hours of sunlight does the plant get each day:
Full sun

How long since you planted it:
5 months , transplanted 4 weeks ago

Have you fertilised? If so, with what and when:
Some epson salt when transferring

Is the plant indoors or outdoors:
Outdoor

Is the plant in a pot or in the ground:
Ground

What other treatments have you given the plant:
Love

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Other Comments:
Originally the mango seed was germinated in water, moved into a pot with all purpose potting mix, in a morning sun , afternoon shade area .
Immediately after I moved house it didn’t look well . I sprinkled some epson salt and drenched it . It seemed to come good , then around two weeks ago he started really dying. There’s so many differences in where it is , soil quality etc , I’m wondering is it a combination of all the differences or is it most likely one thing that’s killing my plan . Please help , this was my pride and joy . I’m scared to uproot it again to try to solve the issues, in the fear of totally killing my little plant mate .

Answer:
Hi Amanda,

Not enough info to be sure, but I suggest that you leave it alone and water it once a week with the hose. No more chemicals or fertilisers. Chances of recovery….maybe 10%. Good luck, Don.

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